Riley Creek Fishing near Ottawa, Ohio

Riley Creek is a stream located just 2.6 miles from Ottawa, in Darke County, in the state of Ohio, United States, near Upper Tauwa (historical), OH. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including catfish, walleye, perch, bream/bluegill, redear sunfish and rainbow trout here. Whether you’re baitcasting, fly fishing or spinning your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Riley Creek. Alternate names for this stream include Deer Creek and Reilly Creek.

Join us as we discuss the Ohio Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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